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U.S. Navy Struggles: F-18 Losses Amid Houthi Operations

12/5/2025

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The U.S. Navy said combat conditions during the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group's deployment against Houthi terrorists from April to May contributed to the loss of two F-18 jets and a collision with a merchant vessel.
Four incidents affected the carrier group, highlighting communication issues.
Carrier Air Wing 1 conducted routine flight operations aboard the USS Harry S. Truman.

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Story summary

The U.S. Navy said combat conditions during the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group's deployment against Houthi terrorists from April to May contributed to the loss of two F-18 jets and a collision with a merchant vessel.
Four incidents affected the carrier group, highlighting communication issues.
Carrier Air Wing 1 conducted routine flight operations aboard the USS Harry S. Truman.